The Nationals claimed Rucker off waivers Friday and optioned him to Triple-A Rochester.
The Phillies designated Rucker for assignment Wednesday, Todd Zolecki of MLB.com reports.
The Phillies optioned Rucker to Triple-A Lehigh Valley on Monday.
The Phillies reinstated Rucker (hand) from the 60-day injured list Friday, Matt Gelb of The Athletic report.
Rucker rehab assignment was transferred from Single-A Clearwater to Double-A Reading on Tuesday.
The Phillies transferred Rucker (hand) from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day IL on Monday, Alex Coffey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
The Phillies placed Rucker on the 15-day injured list Thursday with a right hand arterial vasospasm.
Rucker hasn't made a Grapefruit League appearance since March 1 due to numbness in his right middle finger, Todd Zolecki of MLB.com reports.
The Phillies acquired Rucker from the Cubs on Tuesday in exchange for cash considerations.
Rucker was designated for assignment by the Cubs on Thursday, Bruce Levine of 670TheScore.com reports.